2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 964 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ducato | Taunus |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |